🌿Native Nature

Cherry laurel

Prunus laurocerasus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Rosales ›Family: Rosaceae ›Genus: Prunus

About

Prunus laurocerasus, also known as cherry laurel, common laurel and sometimes English laurel in North America, is an evergreen species of cherry (Prunus), native to regions bordering the Black Sea in southwestern Asia and southeastern Europe, from Albania and Bulgaria east through Turkey to the Caucasus Mountains and northern Iran.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cherry laurel?
The scientific name of Cherry laurel is Prunus laurocerasus.
What is the conservation status of Cherry laurel?
The Cherry laurel has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Cherry laurel belong to?
Cherry laurel belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Cherry laurel belong to?
Cherry laurel belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Cherry laurel belong to?
Cherry laurel belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Cherry laurel belong to?
Cherry laurel belongs to the order Rosales.
What family does Cherry laurel belong to?
Cherry laurel belongs to the family Rosaceae.
What genus does Cherry laurel belong to?
Cherry laurel belongs to the genus Prunus.